Showing 72 results for Management
Rawdha Ghareeb, Rashied Darwish Almansooori, Fadillah Ismail,
Volume 34, Issue 1 (3-2023)
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Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), being a significant role player the actualization of the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision of 2030, would need to improve and upgrade its performance level and its competitive advantage during this Covid-19 pandemic period. Therefore, this study examined the effects of technology management, innovation and training on organization performance in ADNOC United Arab Emirates (UAE). It also examined the moderating effect of work environment on the relationships between technology management and organizational performance, between innovation and organizational performance, and between training and organizational performance. This study has followed the quantitative method to collect the data and smart-PLS has been used to examine the nexus among the understudy variables. The overall findings signified a positive effect of technology management, innovation, and training on organization performance in ADNOC UAE. The result also indicates the moderating effect of working environment on the relationship between technology management and organizational performance. The overall findings imply that technology management, training and innovation are crucial drivers of enhanced performance, but conducive environment should be ensured to stimulate endured performance.
Arul Oli A,
Volume 34, Issue 1 (3-2023)
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Product Service System (PSS) is a developing field of examination in in industry practices in todays’ global economy, which significantly affect both production and utilization of resources. In order to enable the applicability of a product service system in an industry. It is important to assess the system using a metrics SERVQUAL model, which characterizes the quality as difference between the customer’s expectation and perception. And a complex examination device intended to gauge quality by catching the hope affirmation worldview which proposes the customers saw nature of how well a given conveyance measures up to their assumptions of that conveyance. This study analysis the adoption of KMS approach, significantly enhances the employee’s knowledge on tangibility and reliability thus influences the customer’s perceptions and expectations of the quality. The findings of the study revealed that KMS approach served as a facilitated tool for sharing and utilizing knowledge in different organizations.
Ramita Abdul Rahim,
Volume 34, Issue 2 (6-2023)
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This research study was conducted to determine the effect of knowledge management strategies (knowledge creation, knowledge acquisition, knowledge sharing, and knowledge application) on green innovation practices. The instrument adapted from the previous study was distributed among employees in Public Sector. The sampling technique employed was purposive sampling. A total of 256 data have been successfully collected and analyzed. The finding of this study indicates knowledge management strategies which are knowledge creation, knowledge acquisition, knowledge sharing, and knowledge application have a positive and significant influence on green innovation practices, where the knowledge sharing factor is the most influential factor that affects green innovation practices.
Ahmad Lotfi, Parvaneh Samouei,
Volume 34, Issue 3 (9-2023)
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As efficient instruments, there have been increasing studies on contract optimization in the supply chain field over the recent two decades. The lack of review papers is one of the gaps in contract optimization studies. Hence, the extant study aimed to provide researchers with an attitude to direct future studies on this topic. Therefore, the collected studies on contract optimization were reviewed and analyzed primarily. Then papers were classified based on the selected categories and themes. Finally, evaluation and results were presented based on the classified topics. They conducted studies, then achievements and limitations of the literature and future research opportunities were introduced to pave the way for researchers’ further studies.
Mahdi Rezaei, Ali Salmasnia, Mohammad Reza Maleki,
Volume 34, Issue 3 (9-2023)
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This article develops an integrated model of transmitting strategies and operational activities to enhance the efficiency of supply chain management. As the second objective, this paper aims to improve supply chain performance management (SCPM) by employing proper decision-making approaches. The proposed model optimizes the performance indicator based on SCOR metrics. A process-based method is utilized for high-level decisions, while a mathematical programming method is proposed for low-level decisions. The suggested operational model takes some major supply chain properties such as multiple suppliers, multiple plants, multiple materials, and multiple produced items over several time periods into account. To solve the operational multi-objective optimization model, a goal programming approach is applied. The computational results are explained in terms of a numerical example, and a sensitivity analysis is performed to investigate how the performance of the supply chain is influenced by strategic scenario planning.
Emad Bashehab, Dr. Nur Azam Bin Anuarul Perai,
Volume 34, Issue 3 (9-2023)
Abstract
Not much attention is given to the financial performance of non-oil firms in oil producing economies as the focus would be on firms operating in the country’s major industry. However, fluctuating oil prices have made their importance to the economy more evident as oil producers start to diversify and move away from reliance on oil as a major source of revenue. Fluctuating oil prices cause enormous pressure on oil corporations’ bottom line, the expansion of non-oil enterprises has. The non-oil sector's profitability strategy is a major challenge for non-oil enterprises looking to contribute to the economy. The study's objective in the context of non-oil firm profitability is to analyse research conducted over the previous two decades to understand the future orientation of non-oil firms in oil-producing nations. We utilised the PRISMA statement 2020 and gathered records from Web of Science and Scopus. The final 46 articles were included for the review, and VOS viewer software was used to categorise the results. This is a comprehensive review exploring profitability of non-oil firms from the contexts of firm size, market share, governance structure and capital management. The paper concludes with suggestions for further research on firm profitability in relation to the economy in which it operates. The study identified three significant streams: firm size, capital management and profitability. However, results indicate that there would be a positive link between business size and profitability. In addition, capital management is a critical component in maximising firm profitability, and the board of directors is a crucial determinant identified in the research. Finally, results show that the elements determining profitability remain a significant issue for academics.
Not much attention is given to the financial performance of non-oil firms in oil producing economies as the focus would be on firms operating in the country’s major industry. However, fluctuating oil prices have made their importance to the economy more evident as oil producers start to diversify and move away from reliance on oil as a major source of revenue. Fluctuating oil prices cause enormous pressure on oil corporations’ bottom line, the expansion of non-oil enterprises has. The non-oil sector's profitability strategy is a major challenge for non-oil enterprises looking to contribute to the economy. The study's objective in the context of non-oil firm profitability is to analyse research conducted over the previous two decades to understand the future orientation of non-oil firms in oil-producing nations. We utilised the PRISMA statement 2020 and gathered records from Web of Science and Scopus. The final 46 articles were included for the review, and VOS viewer software was used to categorise the results. This is a comprehensive review exploring profitability of non-oil firms from the contexts of firm size, market share, governance structure and capital management. The paper concludes with suggestions for further research on firm profitability in relation to the economy in which it operates. The study identified three significant streams: firm size, capital management and profitability. However, results indicate that there would be a positive link between business size and profitability. In addition, capital management is a critical component in maximising firm profitability, and the board of directors is a crucial determinant identified in the research. Finally, results show that the elements determining profitability remain a significant issue for academics.
Atallah Alsharah,
Volume 34, Issue 4 (12-2023)
Abstract
In developing countries, Human Resources (HR) is considered one of the most important factors that lead to the improvement and successful organization of employee performance. Human Resources Management (HRM) practices play an effective role in this performance, as this is evident through the impact of talent management on HRM practices, which leads to increasing and improving the production process for employees and making them possess high quality. Given the importance of this topic, the current study aims to determine the impact of the moderating role of Talent Management (TM) on HRM practices, which include good training, recruitment, performance evaluation, and remuneration system, on the institutional performance (IP) of Jordanian pharmaceutical companies. The study population includes employees of 13 pharmaceutical companies listed on the Amman Stock Exchange in Jordan. A random sample of 250 employees was taken. An electronic questionnaire was sent to the employees via e-mail. The 216 valid questionnaires were found, and the response rate was 86%. Two approaches, descriptive and analytical, were used due to their suitability to the nature of this work. The results obtained indicated that there is a significant positive impact of HRM practices (recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and remuneration system) on IP in Jordanian pharmaceutical companies. In addition, it was found that there is a positive impact of the moderating role of TM on the relationship between HRM practices and IP in these companies. Our study recommends that HRM practices can be used as strategic tools to align with long-term goals, invest in high-potential employees, provide performance growth opportunities, and create a collaborative work environment.
Seyed Mahdi Aghazadeh, Hamid Farvaresh,
Volume 34, Issue 4 (12-2023)
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The growing online marketplace has opened a plethora of opportunities for businesses across various industries. Manufacturers, seeking to bypass intermediaries and directly reach end-users, have been increasingly adopting online sales channels in addition to their traditional retail sales. A key challenge, however, lies in determining optimal pricing strategies and advertising investments for both manufacturers and retailers while considering various constraints. This study contemplates a two-echelon supply chain model involving one manufacturer and two retailers. The manufacturer sells its product both through retailers (offline channel) and directly to consumers via an online channel. The model features both global and local advertising. The influence of global advertising is realized through distinct advertising channels, each with a unique impact on demand. To further motivate retailers, the manufacturer contributes to the cost of local advertising. In response to these challenges, this research formulates a bi-level model and employs the concept of Variational Inequalities to solve it. The model also contends with production capacity and budget constraints, leading to a Generalized Nash-Stackelberg game. The validity of the model and the efficacy of the solution method are assessed through numerical experiments performed. Finally, a set of valuable managerial insights are provided.
Che Hafizan Che Hassan, Zainura Zainon Noor, Azmi Aris, Norelyza Hussein, Nur Syamimi Zaidi, Nor Zaiha Arman, Muhammad Azmi,
Volume 35, Issue 1 (3-2024)
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Life cycle assessment (LCA) is a valuable tool not only for analyzing the environmental impact of a product but also for assisting in early-stage product development before incurring scaling-up costs. When validating a new process or project, it may be constrained to align with existing regulations or standards. Therefore, combining LCA with other applicable standards is essential to demonstrate the project's feasibility. In this regard, the water quality index (WQI) and Water Exploitation Index (WEI) provide additional information that reflects the overall water quality at a specific location and time. The objective of this study is to utilize the LCA framework in conjunction with the Malaysia WQI and WEI to protect the water quantity and water quality of the river. A negative change in the WQI score indicates that the current effluent from the process is degrading the river's classification, rendering it undesirable and necessitating a reduction in concentration. The findings demonstrate that the method for determining effluent requirements for a water treatment system is straightforward and replicable. Such an approach could be employed, for example, in an environmental impact analysis of a project to verify its viability.
Atallah Alsharah,
Volume 35, Issue 1 (3-2024)
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Green human resources management (GHRM) represents the process of generalizing and incorporating various environmental practices in the field of HR policy and is considered one of the most important elements of supporting sustainable development. Therefore, companies today must flexibly determine pro-environmental HR practices and the extent of their impact on sustainable development. This study aimed to determine GHRM practices for Jordanian service companies listed on the Amman Stock Exchange to promote sustainable development. The study data was collected using the analytical and descriptive methodology. A random sample was selected including 383 administrative employees in 139 Jordanian service companies. Data were collected using an electronic questionnaire and analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). The statistical results showed that there is a strong positive relationship to the impact of GHRM in promoting sustainable development for Jordanian service companies. Based on the results, the study recommended the necessity of service companies adopting the concept of GHRM and its impact on sustainable development. It also recommended that the organization should actively work to promote constructive transformation within societal institutions and spread knowledge and awareness related to the impact of GHRM on sustainable development and thus call for its advancement.
Halim Dwi Putra, Iphov Kumala Sriwana , Husni Amani ,
Volume 35, Issue 1 (3-2024)
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The construction industry is one of the high-demand industries related to business and projects. Robust materials management that is subject to inventory management is the highest factor to enhance the Supply chain management (SCM) performance that will indicate the project's success within the complexity of the project. This research aims to measure the performance of Supply Chain Management at PT Cahaya Amal Taqwa as a new housing developer who focuses on subsidized housing that faces a project delay because they have less data documentation and analysis from previous projects. The issue is most newcomer construction projects never analyze and measure their supply chain management (SCM) which leads them to confusion about the project improvement. The research uses the Supply Chain Operational Reference (SCOR) method to know how much inventory management impacts supply chain management performance and how it overcomes the issues. Most studies only measure the SCM performance and show which aspects need to be developed without any scheme of solution offered. This research presents the scheme of improvement for the inventory model and provides forecasting for the whole SCM performance after the implementation of a new model of inventory management. The findings confirm that inventory management significantly impacts the whole supply chain management performance in the construction industry. The development of a solution system brought comprehensive results by classifying KPIs for inventory management and an interdependence network was created to define the new model of inventory system for the solution. This research proves that improving an aspect will impact significantly the whole SCM performance instead of improving KPIs one by one.
Daniel Atnafu, Shimelis Zewdie Werke,
Volume 35, Issue 2 (6-2024)
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The incorporation of sustainable practices becomes crucial as firms transition from Industry 4.0 to Industry 5.0. Therefore, this systematic review explores the relationship between the two sustainability approaches; Green Human Resource Management (GHRM) and Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) using peer-reviewed studies from 2016-2023, retrieved from Scopus and Web of Science databases. 2016 marks the starting point as the first relevant paper emerged in the literature in that year. The PRISMA approach was used to identify relevant studies, resulting in the inclusion of 30 studies for analysis purposes. The study reveals a growing interest in understanding the relationship between GHRM and GSCM practices and their impact on sustainable performance. The majority of reviewed studies utilized quantitative survey methods, suggesting the need for future research utilizing qualitative and mixed methods for gaining deeper insights. The review indicates that most studies are conducted in emerging countries, and there is a significant gap in research on the relationship between GHRM and GSCM practices in other context. Finally, the study provides valuable insights for practitioners and researchers, emphasising the importance of integrating GHRM and GSCM practices for a sustainable competitive advantage.
